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PA system

American  
Or P.A. system,

PA system British  

noun

  1. See public-address system

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Etymology

Origin of PA system

First recorded in 1935–40

Example Sentences

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Three weeks ago, the Oscars production team loaded its equipment into the Dolby Theatre: more than 800 lighting fixtures, a custom PA system and massive fiber optic cables that run underground.

From Los Angeles Times

Some got criticised in the village's chat group or through the PA system in the village.

From BBC

The club broadcast announcements over the PA system and LED screens rejecting xenophobic chants.

From BBC

As the fire began, the band's lead singer turned and said, calmly over the PA system: "Wow, that's not good."

From BBC

“All right, folks,” said a man on the PA system.

From Los Angeles Times